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  • Page 1 Meridian 598 DVD Audio Player...
  • Page 2 Meridian 598 DVD Audio Player User Guide...
  • Page 3 Tel (01480) 445678 Fax (01480) 445686 World Wide Web http://www.meridian-audio.com Part no: 598 Copyright © 2002 Meridian Audio Ltd Dolby, Pro Logic, AC-3, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Lucasfilm, THX, and THX Cinema are registered trademarks of Lucasfilm Ltd.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Introduces the 598 DVD Audio Player, and gives examples of two suggested configurations using it in conjunction with other Meridian products. The Meridian 598 DVD Audio Player ... 2 The Meridian 500 Series ... 4 Sample configurations ... 5 Specification and accessories ... 7...
  • Page 5 Connecting audio ... 58 Connecting to other Meridian equipment ... 60 Configuring the DVD player Explains how to configure the DVD player to suit the other equipment in your system. Choosing standard settings ... 62 Configuring the 598 DVD Audio Player .. 63...
  • Page 6 Troubleshooting Provides suggested solutions to typical problems. General operating problems ... 66 Audio problems ... 68 Video problems ... 69 Maintenance ... 70 Service and guarantee ... 71 Glossary ... 73 Index ... 77...

  • Page 8: Introduction

    DVD formats, resulting in an outstanding DVD player that takes full advantage of the capabilities of DVD-Video, DVD-Audio and CD. This chapter gives an overview of the 598 DVD Audio Player, and explains its key features. For instructions on setting up the unit turn to Setting up the DVD player, page 51.

  • Page 9: The Meridian 598 Dvd Audio Player

    Meridian DSP Loudspeakers, allows the signal to be preserved at full resolution throughout the reproduction chain. The 598 DVD Audio Player also provides access to the range of additional features available on the DVD-Audio format, including still images and video sequences.

  • Page 10: Audio Cds

    CD, resulting in an extremely clear and authoritative sound. The 598 can also play DTS CDS. The DTS bitstream is provided on the digital outputs for subsequent decoding. MP3 audio CDs The 598 DVD Audio Player can also play CD-ROMs containing directories of MP3 audio files.

  • Page 11: The Meridian 500 Series

    Professional features The 500 Series also includes features for professional users, including RS232 computer control. The following pages give examples of two suggested configurations incorporating the 598 DVD Audio Player, to illustrate the flexibility of the Meridian 500 Series.

  • Page 12: Sample Configurations

    Sample configurations Meridian Digital Theatre™ DSP6000 DSP6000 The Meridian 598 DVD Audio Player is ideal for use with a Meridian 568 Digital Surround Processor as the heart of a Meridian Digital Theatre system. DSP6000 DSP5500HC 568.2 The Meridian 568 Digital Surround Processor can connect to the 598 using the Meridian Smart Link, giving full multi-channel reproduction from DVD-Audio discs.
  • Page 13 Meridian Digital Music System The 598 DVD Audio Player can be connected directly to Meridian DSP loudspeakers, as these include DSP volume and tone controls. In addition to playing DVD-Audio and DVD-Video discs, the 598 can play audio CDs, VCD, CVCD, and MP3 files on CD-ROM.

  • Page 14: Specification And Accessories

    Specification and accessories Specification Audio outputs 1 x digital coax SPDIF/IEC1937/MHR (digital version) for two-channel up to 96kHz, 24-bit Dolby Digital (AC-3), or DTS bitstreams. 3 x digital coax for multi-channel. 1 x Meridian Smart Link SVGA connector providing six-channel PCM. Audio outputs 1 x digital coax SPDIF/IEC1937/MHR (analogue version)
  • Page 15 Power cord Canada and USA. If you have problems purchasing these items, you can order them direct from Meridian Audio Limited, who can also supply a range of cables suitable for connecting the 598 DVD Audio Player to other equipment.

  • Page 16: Using The Dvd Player

    DVD player in order to identify the controls which you use to operate the unit. It also describes the basic aspects of using the DVD player to play DVD- Video, DVD-Audio, and audio CDs.

  • Page 17: Front Panel

    Front panel BOOTHROYD STUART DVD Audio Player Tray Display 1-017 > Open Display 1 Open Opens and closes the disc tray. 2 > (Play) Plays a selected chapter/ track. 3 * (Stop) Stops the disc. 4 = (Pause) Pauses the disc. 5 Display Selects the information displayed.

  • Page 18: Meridian System Remote

    Meridian System Remote 1 ¯ (Fast reverse) 7 = (Pause) Scans in reverse. Pauses the disc. [ Page 8 Subtitle Previous DVD-A page. Turns subtitles on/off. 2 [ (Previous) +Function Selects the previous Subtitle language. chapter/track. 9 Source keys Angle Select a source.

  • Page 19: Switching On And Off

    This uses a minimal amount of electricity, but ensures that the components of the DVD player operate at maximum efficiency from the moment you start. After switching on the 598 runs an initialising cycle which takes a few seconds. Do not press any keys until the standby display appears.

  • Page 20: Playing A Disc

    Playing a disc Most DVDs start playing automatically when you close the tray. Some DVDs are double-sided, and need to be turned over during play. DVD-Audio discs usually behave differently depending on whether you start them by closing the tray, or pressing >. Depending on how the disc is authored the typical behaviour Inserting the disc and pressing >...
  • Page 21 To move to the next or previous chapter or track Press ] or [ (front panel or remote). The on-screen display shows Note: These functions are normally disabled while the disc’s copyright notice is being displayed. To move to the next or previous album (MP3 discs only) Press V or A (remote).

  • Page 22: Playing Dvd-Audio Discs

    Playing DVD-Audio discs The Meridian 598 DVD Audio Player allows you to take full advantage of all the benefits provided by DVD-Audio discs, including one or more of the following features: Higher-quality audio up to 24 bit, 192kHz. Longer playing times.
  • Page 23 Audio capability, some DVD-Audio discs provide one or more groups with the content recorded in DVD-Video format; typically AC-3 or DTS. Selecting one of these with the Meridian 598 DVD Audio Player will generally give poorer quality audio than selecting the DVD-Audio group.

  • Page 24: Locating A Specific Title, Chapter, Or Track

    Audio CDs are divided into tracks. The DVD player allows you to play an entire disc, or start playing from any chapter or track number. While a disc is playing you can go back to the start of the chapter or track or skip to the start of the next chapter or track.
  • Page 25 To locate a title by number Press # (Function Top Menu on the remote). The on-screen display prompts you to enter the title number: Enter the title number using the number keys (remote). Press > or Enter (remote) to play from the title number you have specified.

  • Page 26: Stopping, Pausing, And Resuming Play

    Stopping, pausing, and resuming play You can stop or pause a disc, and then resume play at the same position. To stop playback Press * (front panel or remote). The on-screen display shows To resume after stopping Press > > > > > (front panel or remote). The disc will resume playing from the position where you stopped playback, and the on-screen display shows To pause playback...

  • Page 27: Disc Information

    You can display information about a disc on the front panel or on-screen display. To change the front panel display Press Display (front panel, or remote if the 598 is controller). The display will step between the following options: Display Title and chapter numbers (DVD-Video disc) or track number (audio CD).
  • Page 28 Audio CD Track Elapsed Repeat number disc time mode DVD-Audio 1 Group Track Elapsed number number group time DVD-Audio 2 Number of Soundtrack Coding channels number format MP3 audio CD Play Album mode number The album number is not displayed if there is only one album. To display information about DVD- Video disc features Play...

  • Page 30: Advanced Features

    Advanced features his chapter describes the more advanced features of the 598 DVD Audio Player. These features are not essential if you simply want to enjoy DVDs or audio CDs, but they allow you to take full advantage of the range of options available with the DVD format.

  • Page 31: Selecting Options From A Menu

    Selecting options from a menu DVDs generally provide a Top Menu, which provides access to the content on the disc. Many DVD-Video discs also provide a disc menu, which allows you to select additional sections or special options. To select a title or group using the Top Menu Press Top Menu to display the Top Menu on the screen.

  • Page 32: Fast And Slow-Motion Play

    Fast and slow-motion play You can play back DVD-Video discs faster than normal, at between twice and eight times normal speed, or in slow motion, at between one-half and one-sixteenth of normal speed. You can also play back audio CDs faster than normal. Note: The sound is muted when playing back DVD-Video discs faster or slower than normal.

  • Page 33: Playing Repeatedly

    The on-screen display shows A–: Press A-B again at the end of the section. The on-screen display shows A–B: The DVD player automatically returns to the start of the section and plays it back repeatedly. To cancel the repeat press A-B a third time.

  • Page 34: Selecting An Audio Soundtrack

    To switch between stereo and multi- channel (DVD-Audio) Some DVD-Audio discs allow you to switch between stereo and multi-channel. If this feature is available: Press Audio (Function > on the remote). The 598 will switch to the alternate format and restart the current track.

  • Page 35: Displaying Subtitles

    Displaying subtitles Many DVD-Video discs include subtitles in up to 32 different languages. While you are playing a disc you can turn the subtitles on or off, and select the subtitle language from those provided on the DVD-Video disc. To display the current subtitle setting Press OSD (Function ]) twice to display the second on-screen display bar: This gives the following information:...

  • Page 36: Selecting The Camera Angle

    Selecting the camera angle Some DVD-Video discs include scenes recorded from up to nine different camera angles, and you can select the camera angle while you are playing the disc. To display the camera angle Press OSD (Function ]) to display the first on-screen display bar.

  • Page 37: Setting The Parental Lock

    Setting the parental lock Some DVD-Video discs are provided with a parental lock function to allow you to lock out playback of scenes whose content exceeds a specified rating until a password is entered. To set the parental lock Press Setup (Function Menu) while the disc is stopped. The Setup menu is displayed on the on-screen display: Press Enter to select Playback options.

  • Page 38: To Change The Password

    Initially the password is set to 7890, but you can change it to any password you choose as described in To change the password, opposite. The following screen then allows you to set the rating level: Press A or V to highlight the rating level you want to set, or highlight Off to turn the parental lock off, and press Enter to select it.

  • Page 40: Options

    DVD-Video discs are capable of providing a wide range of options and special features. This chapter explains how to use the options on the Setup menu to configure the operation of the 598 DVD Audio Player. The options described in this chapter are only available using the Meridian System Remote.

  • Page 41: Setting Default Options

    You choose the menu of settings you want from the main Setup menu. To display the Setup menu If necessary switch on the DVD player and press * if a disc is currently playing. Press Setup. The main Setup menu will be displayed:...
  • Page 42 To select an option from a menu Press A or V to highlight the option you want: Press Enter to select the option. To return to the previous menu Press Return. To exit from the setup menus Press Setup.

  • Page 43: Selecting The Default Languages

    To set the default subtitle language DVD-Video discs can include subtitles in up to 32 different languages. The 598 DVD Audio Player allows you to select whether subtitles are displayed by default, and specify the preferred language if it is available on the disc.
  • Page 44 To select the disc menu language The 598 DVD Audio Player allows you to choose the language for the disc menus. Highlight Menu in the Playback options menu and press Enter.

  • Page 45: Selecting The Display Settings

    The Video setup menu lets you change the video and operational settings of the 598 DVD Audio Player: If your 598 has the progressive output or SCART options, additional menu options will be displayed to allow you to configure these outputs; see To set the progressive output options, page 43, or To set up SCART switching, page 44.
  • Page 46 Highlight Video output in the Video setup menu, and press Enter. The Video output menu is displayed. The options depend on which version of the 598 you have; see below. Press V or A to highlight the appropriate option, and press Enter.
  • Page 47 Choose CVBS or S to provide a composite video or S-video signal to the SCART socket. S-video is also available on the S-VIDEO OUT socket. Choose RGB, Y, or EURO to provide the corresponding component video, and composite video on the SCART socket. S-video is not available with these options.
  • Page 48 If you are using the 598 DVD Audio Player to play both NTSC and PAL material the recommended setting is O IRE. To select closed caption subtitles Some DVD-Videos include closed caption subtitles, which provide a description of sound effects for the hard of hearing; for example “door creaks”.
  • Page 49 The Stop timeout automatically fades the screen to black if the 598 DVD Audio Player is left in stop mode and no key is pressed for the specified time.
  • Page 50 The Logo screen intensity menu allows you to select between High, Low or Off: To set the progressive output options If you have the component progressive version of the 598, the Video setup menu includes an additional Progressive out option to allow you to configure the Gamma correction, sharpness, and output mode to suit your display.
  • Page 51 PAL discs will always be displayed with interlace on. To set up SCART switching If your 598 has a SCART connector, the Video setup menu includes an additional SCART setup menu to allow you to configure the SCART switching.
  • Page 52 SCART output: When playing activates the output when the 598 plays a video disc or is put into setup, and it remains active until the 598 is put into standby. By source activates the output for sources which have the SCART setup menu set to On in the Source configuration menu.

  • Page 53: Selecting The Audio Settings

    The Audio setup menu lets you select the audio settings of the 598 DVD Audio Player: To select the digital audio format This option allows you to specify whether you want the 598 DVD Audio Player to decode bitstreams, such as Dolby Digital or DTS, to PCM on specified outputs.
  • Page 54 Press V or A to choose between 48kHz and 96kHz, and press Enter. Choose the appropriate rate for the decoder or preamplifier your 598 DVD Audio Player is connected to. When playing audio at higher rates it will be downsampled to the rate you specified.
  • Page 55 Press V or A to select between No and Yes, and press Enter. Select Yes if you want the 598 to provide multi-channel outputs, for connection to a decoder such as the Meridian 568 Digital Surround Processor via the MHR Smart Link, or to Meridian DSP...
  • Page 56 To specify Dolby Digital compression This option is useful for reducing the dynamic range of Dolby Digital soundtracks, such as when watching a film late at night. Highlight DD compression in the Audio setup menu, and press Enter. The following menu is displayed: Press V or A to select the option you want, and press Enter.

  • Page 57: Region Codes

    If you try to play a disc which is assigned to the incorrect region code then either a special screen or the following warning will be displayed: If your 598 DVD Audio Player is not set to your local region, please contact your dealer.

  • Page 58: Setting Up The Dvd

    DVD player. It describes what you should find when you unpack the DVD player, how you should connect it to your other audio equipment, and the siting constraints. You should not make any connections to the DVD player or to any other component in your system whilst the AC power supply is connected and switched on.

  • Page 59: Unpacking

    Unpacking The 598 DVD Audio Player comes in a box containing the following components: Meridian 598 DVD Audio Player. Meridian System Remote. Meridian comms lead. Power cord. This manual. If any of these items are missing please contact your dealer. We suggest that you retain the packing in case you need to transport the unit.

  • Page 60: Positioning The Dvd Player

    Do not place naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, on the unit. To avoid overheating Do not position the DVD player: In direct sunlight. Near heat sources, such as a radiator. Directly on top of heat producing equipment, such as a power amplifier.

  • Page 61: Back Panel

    Back panel Component Component version video outputs PROGRESSIVE COMPONENT VIDEO OUT Pb/B Pr/R SURROUND C/SUB DIGITAL OUT Digital outputs SCART version SCART video output SCART OUT SURROUND C/SUB DIGITAL OUT Digital outputs Composite video outputs VIDEO OUT COMPOSITE SMART LINK DIGITAL OUT MERIDIAN CONNECTION...

  • Page 62: Video Connections

    Video connections The DVD player provides three alternative video outputs to provide flexibility in connecting it to other equipment. If your other equipment provides component video inputs, use these to produce the highest possible video quality. The video connections should be made using suitable video cables, which are available from your dealer.

  • Page 63: Communications Connections

    The following table gives details of the communications connections: Use this connection To connect to this COMMS Other Meridian 500 series equipment, or Meridian DSP loudspeakers. RS232 connection For future expansion, to allow the 598 to be interfaced to a computer. Contact your dealer for more information.

  • Page 64: Connecting Video

    If your television, monitor, or projection system includes component video inputs, these will give the highest possible quality from DVD-Videos. Connect the appropriate component outputs from the 598 DVD Audio Player to the component video inputs, using suitable video cables.

  • Page 65: Connecting Audio

    568.2 Digital Surround Processor SMART LINK Connect the L/R output on the 598 to the DIGITAL IN on the digital sound processor. In the Decode bitstream in player menu set the Main outputs option to No; see To select the digital audio format, page 46.
  • Page 66 DIGITAL OUTPUT Connect the L/R output (digital version) or the AUX digital output (analogue version) from the 598 DVD Audio Player to DIGITAL INPUT 1 on the master DSP loudspeaker. Connect the DIGITAL and COMMS output from the master DSP loudspeaker to the DIGITAL and COMMS INPUTS on the slave DSP loudspeaker, using an S5 lead.

  • Page 67: Connecting To Other Meridian Equipment

    Connect one of the COMMS sockets on the back panel of the DVD player to one of the COMMS sockets on another 500 Series unit, using the 500 comms lead provided with the 598 DVD Audio Player. The sequence in which you connect the units is not important.

  • Page 68: Configuring The Dvd

    Configuring the DVD player any advanced aspects of the 598 DVD Audio Player can be configured to alter the way it operates with the other Meridian equipment in your system. These settings are initially set to standard values, which are suitable for most situations, and this chapter describes how to restore the standard settings.

  • Page 69: Choosing Standard Settings

    Bitstream Bitstream, MHR Press Off to switch back to standby. Bitstream Switch on again to use the 598 with the standard setting you Bitstream have selected. T y p e , w a i t . . . T y p e 1...

  • Page 70: Configuring The 598 Dvd Audio Player

    The Meridian setup menu will be displayed: To set configuration options The configuration options are generally set to an appropriate value when you reset the 598 to the standard settings, and you should not normally need to alter them; see Choosing standard settings, page 62.
  • Page 71 To configure the sources If you are using the 598 DVD Audio Player as the controller in your Meridian system, you can use the Source config option on the Meridian Setup menu to configure each of the sources in your system.

  • Page 72: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting his chapter provides suggested solutions to typical problems that may occur when setting up or using the DVD player. If you are still not able to resolve a difficulty with the help of this guide and the suggestions in the following pages, please contact your Meridian...

  • Page 73: General Operating Problems

    The stop timeout automatically fades the screen to black if the 598 is left in stop mode and no key has been pressed for the specified time. The on-screen display shows PLEASE...
  • Page 74 Reorient the receiving aerial (or antenna) or route the antenna cable of the receiver as far as possible from the 598 DVD Audio Player and its cabling. Ensure that the receiver uses well-screened antenna cable.

  • Page 75: Audio Problems

    46. Some of my speakers are quiet Although the 598 is a multi-channel player, it is not a surround controller, so it does not have any surround sound processing modes, eg Trifield, built in. Playing a CD or a DVD with a two- channel soundtrack will result in sound coming from only the left and right outputs of the player.

  • Page 76: Video Problems

    Video problems The video picture is monochrome If you are using the S-Video output, make sure that S is selected in the Video output menu Otherwise, check your video cabling. The video picture is bright blue or pink If you are using the Component outputs, check that the Y option is selected in the Video output menu;...

  • Page 77: Maintenance

    Maintenance Cleaning When cleaning the DVD player bear in mind that the front of the DVD player is plastic, and the display panel and lid are glass. Disconnect the power cord before cleaning the unit. Note: Do not use abrasive cleaners on any part of the DVD player.

  • Page 78: Service And Guarantee

    The guarantee is void if the 598 DVD Audio Player has been subject to misuse, accident, or negligence, or has been tampered with or modified in any way without the written authorisation of Meridian Audio Limited.

  • Page 80: Glossary

    Glossary AC-3 An alternative name for the Dolby Digital format. Controller The product in a Meridian system that uses the infra-red signals from the remote to control the system. The controller is normally chosen automatically, but the installer can override this. CPPM Content Protection for Prerecorded Media, a cryptographic method for protecting...

  • Page 81: Mpeg Video

    Menus The flexible system for choosing options and configuring settings in Meridian products. On the 598 the menus are controlled by the <, > , A, and V keys on the front panel or the MSR. Meridian High Resolution is a proprietary...
  • Page 82 On-screen display, which the 598 can superimpose on the video image to give information about the disc. Pulse Code Modulation, the method used to encode music digitally, as used on audios CDs. Source An input to the system, such as CD or TV.

  • Page 84: Index

    Index A-B (remote) 26 accessories 8 advanced features 23 ANALOGUE OUT 56 audio CDs 17 on-screen display 21 audio connections 55, 58 Audio language menu 36 audio settings selecting 27 Audio setup menu 34, 46 automatic setup 60 AUX DIGITAL OUT 56 back panel 54 Black level menu 40 camera angle, selecting 29...
  • Page 85 language screen displays 37 soundtracks 36 subtitles 36 letterbox format 38 maintenance 70 maximum sampling rate, specifying 47 Menu key 24 Menu language menu 37 Meridian 500 Series 4 Meridian 500 Series operation, setting 60 Meridian 568.2 Digital Surround Processor, connecting 58 Meridian Digital Music System 6 Meridian Digital Theatre™...
  • Page 86 SCART output 55 switching 44, 64 screensaver timeouts 42 service 71 Setup menu 34 slow-motion play 25 SMART LINK DIGITAL OUT 56 soundtracks default language 36 selecting 27 Source configuration menu 64 sources, configuring 64 specification 7 standard settings 62 standby 12 stepping forward frame by frame 19...

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